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Wednesday, June 20, 2012

Christmas in July is
here at last!

Please help
the Domestic Violence Intervention Project (DVIP) parents and children
celebrate “Christmas in July.” All month,
we’ll be gathering needed items for DVIP house residents all month in July (5
Sundays!) See the list of requested
items at the end of this article.

Remember
your underwear that day, and bring some extras too. As per a DVIP spokesperson, residents of the
house can use donations of diapers (sizes 4-5-6) and all sizes of women’s, boys
and girls underwear.

Assembling
Welcome Bags

for newly-arrived moms.

Can
we put together 20?

We’ll pack
individual toiletries bags on the 22d, so bring in any cosmetics bags you find
in drug and department stores; or, if you’re like me that stash of Clinique
bonus bags you’ve been collecting since the last time we did this at
Faith. Also watch for specials on
toothbrushes and razors, plus travel-sized deodorant, toothpaste, body
wash/soap, shampoo, conditioner, lotion, make-up, nail products, and
mouthwash. When you are buying, keep in
mind that African-American hair care products are always in high demand.

Bring
Welcome Bag items—and small travel/cosmetic bags—any Sunday up until Undie
Sunday. Then stay after the service on
the 22d to fill those bags and share some food and conversation.

Do you think
we can fill 20 Welcome Bags, i. e. 20 bags that contain all the personal items
listed above (and below)? I think we
can!

All ofusmaynotsing,butall
can enjoythe storiessongstell us. All ofusmaynotthrill tothesoundofmusic
intheair,butallofuscanrejoiceinthe joyfulnoiseGodseeks
fromall who wish to serve God, and
the Church in thename ofJesus
Christ.

Unique and engaging worship experiences happen every Sunday. But some of our special services include: Candlelight Christmas Eve, Easter Sunrise, Pride Sunday, Blessing of the Animals, Lenten Contemplative Service, etc. Please join us for worship on Sunday at 9:30 am.

Spiritual Music is used to express our faith in ways that are deeper than words alone.

Christian education and spiritual formation are held for all ages after worship. The adults study Scripture, explore special topics, do creative writing, discuss books, engage in artistic expressions of faith, etc.

Relationship-building is central to our life as a community. Adult fellowship deepens our ties to one another through sharing meals, plays, sports, gardening, concerts, games, etc.

Mission activities in the community are an important expression of our faith. Some of our missions include: Twain Operation Backpack, Free Lunch Program, Shelter House, Domestic Violence Intervention Program, Crisis Center, etc. Special mission appeals are also done throughout the year.